Question

question 1
what is the cornerstone of ethical medical practice?
patient rights
informed consent
medical research
hospital policies

Explanation:

Informed consent is a fundamental principle in medical ethics. It ensures that patients have the right to understand their medical situation, treatment options, and make autonomous decisions. Patient rights are important but informed consent is more specific as the cornerstone. Medical research and hospital policies are not the core cornerstone of ethical medical practice compared to informed consent.

Answer:

Informed consent